The emotion-filled debate is over now as HB 1999 overwhelmingly passed the Oklahoma Senate March 26. Several days later it was signed by Gov. Fallin. Supporters say it was a property rights issue. OPEN: (nat sound from senate chamber) “Legislation to allow…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:05

During AgrAbility Day at the Capitol, March 25, program coordinator Melinda Freundt explained how the AgrAbility program can help farmers be successful and productive. OPEN: “A government program focused…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57

Officials at Canton Lake in northwest Oklahoma want residents in Oklahoma City to know there is no more water. Curtis Hoskins, Canton Lake Assoc., explains why. OPEN: “In late January, early…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57

We recently asked Curtis Hoskins, Canton Lake Assoc., what will happen if spring rains don’t arrive soon. The lake is a major fish hatchery and water source for Oklahoma City. OPEN: “After two years of drought…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00

The grand champion steer at the recent Oklahoma Youth Expo sold for $62,000. Overall, $850,000 was paid for exhibited animals, most of which will go for scholarships. OPEN: (nat sound of auction) “A new record was set…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55

Promoting Beef To Boston Marathon Participants

A group of Farm Bureau leaders from Mayes and Rogers Counties greeted State Sen. Wayne Shaw, March 14, at Moore’s Catfish Farm near Inola, to discuss legislative news. OPEN: (nat sound of meeting) “It had been a long…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:04

Tim Courtney farms near Chouteau in eastern Oklahoma and he says recent rains have been good for his wheat and grass pastures. Now, he is ready to plant oats and corn. OPEN: “Tim Courtney is ready…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:42

It won’t help slow erosion, says Marley Beem, OSU Extension Service. During Water Day at the capitol, March 19, Beem demonstrated how stream beds erode. OPEN: “How many times have you seen…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:49